What Is the PH of a Solution Prepared by Mixing

question 222

Multiple Choice

What is the pH of a solution prepared by mixing 100.00 mL of 0.020 M Ca(OH) ₂ with 50.00 mL of 0.200 M NaOH? Assume that the volumes are additive.

• A)12.90
• B)12.97
• C)13.15
• D)13.45

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